Casey Kirk
Union,KY
Summary
Dynamic educator with 25 years of experience, focusing on project-based and student-centered pedagogy. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement through tailored programming and choice-based learning. Skilled in integrating the arts to accommodate diverse learning styles and foster creativity. Committed to advancing innovative teaching methods that empower students to excel.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Gifted and Talented Resource Teacher
Boone County Schools
Florence, KY
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide instruction workshops for K-8 gifted students
- Designed immersive experiences for district workshops
- Provided professional development for district staff
Gifted and Talented Coordinator and Resource Teacher
Williamstown Independent Schools
07.2018 - 07.2024
- Provided content support and consultation for K-12 gifted and talented students
- Identified students for PTP and Formal Giftedness
- Organized district level family events
- Served on grant writing committee
- Academic Team coach
- Mu Alpha Theta Sponsor
- National Art Honor Society Sponsor
- Math Counts Club leader
Education
Gifted and Talented Endorsement -
01.2019
Master of Arts - Art Education
University of Cincinnati
01.2008
B.S of Science - Elementary Education, Visual Art
Georgetown College
01.1999
Skills
- Google Education Certification
- Certified Torrance Assessor
- Future Problem Solving Evaluator
Professional Highlights
- 2023 NKCES Innovative Teacher Award
- Coaching a Poetry Out Loud State Champion
- Coaching a Future Problem Solving State Champion
- Speaking at NAEA National Convention on Creativity in NYC
- Presented an arts workshop at the KAGE state conference
- Served as teacher representative for a National Endowment for the Arts Grant conference in D.C.
Timeline
Gifted and Talented Resource Teacher
Boone County Schools
07.2024 - Current
Gifted and Talented Coordinator and Resource Teacher
Williamstown Independent Schools
07.2018 - 07.2024
Gifted and Talented Endorsement -
Master of Arts - Art Education
University of Cincinnati
B.S of Science - Elementary Education, Visual Art
Georgetown College
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